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Interactive Music-Based Learning: Exploring the Impact of Lingoclip Application on Listening Skill Enhancement Kau, Magvirah El Walidayni; Badu, Helena; Malabar, Fahria; Monoarfa, Alya
Riwayat: Educational Journal of History and Humanities Vol 8, No 4 (2025): October
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jr.v8i4.50148

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Listening is one of the most challenging skills for students to master, and innovative media are required to make the learning process more engaging and effective. This study aims to identify students perceptions of using the LingoClip application as a medium for learning listening. The research employed a descriptive qualitative design involving students from SMP Bone as participants. Data were collected through interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed five emerging themes. Students perceived LingoClip as a fun and enjoyable learning medium that created a relaxed and positive atmosphere. The application was considered easy to use, with clear audio quality and supporting visual features that facilitated comprehension. Students demonstrated high motivation and confidence in using LingoClip and expressed a desire to reuse it in future lessons. However, some reported technical issues such as limited internet access and small screen sizes. Overall, LingoClip positively influenced students learning experiences by fostering enjoyment, motivation, and confidence, demonstrating its potential as an effective tool for listening instruction.
Exploring EFL Students’ Perceptions of Purposeful Listening Strategies in a Listening for Professional Context Course Badu, Helena; Basalama, Nonny
Journal of English Education and Linguistics Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Journal of English Education and Linguistics
Publisher : Program Studi Tadris Bahasa Inggris Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Negeri Mandailing Natal

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This article explores EFL students’ perceptions of purposeful listening strategies implemented in a Listening for Professional Context course at Universitas Negeri Gorontalo. This study used a convergent mixed-methods design; data sources were collected from 23 students in an English Language Education Study program through Likert-scale questionnaires, followed by open-ended reflections. Findings reveal that structured listening cycles were perceived to develop students’ focus, metacognitive awareness, strategic autonomy, and engagement with authentic listening materials, suggesting a perceived shift toward more active listening. Pre-listening activities facilitated mental readiness and reduced initial cognitive load, while-listening strategies promoted active processing and real-time monitoring, while post-listening reflection enhanced metacognitive awareness and learner autonomy. Students reported that listening tasks became more manageable and meaningful when guided by explicit strategies, even when working with authentic professional audio texts. These results underscore the importance of integrating purposeful listening cycles into EFL listening instruction, particularly in contexts employing authentic professional materials. The study is limited by a small sample size and reliance on self-reported data. However, it contributes context-specific insight into the use of purposeful listening cycles in the Listening for Professional Context course, with implications for EFL curriculum design and strategy-oriented listening instruction in higher education.
Wordventure: Petualangan Seru Mengenal Kosakata Bahasa Inggris untuk Siswa SDIT Qurratu A’yun Wahdah Islamiyah Gorontalo Indri Wirahmi Bay; Helena Badu
JURNAL AKADEMIK PENGABDIAN MASYARAKAT Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Januari
Publisher : CV. KAMPUS AKADEMIK PUBLISING

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61722/japm.v4i1.7709

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Early introduction of English vocabulary is essential for young learners, particularly at the lower primary level where students begin developing basic language awareness. This article reports a community service program entitled “Wordventure: An Engaging Vocabulary Adventure for Elementary School Students,” implemented in Grade 1 of SDIT Qurratu A’yun Wahdah Islamiyah Gorontalo. The program aimed to enhance students’ understanding of basic English vocabulary, specifically names of the days, through a playful and age-appropriate learning approach. The activities were designed using a Total Physical Response–based framework and implemented through games, movement-based activities, and visual flashcards. The program was conducted in a single 40-minute session and evaluated through classroom observation focusing on students’ participation and vocabulary performance. The findings indicate that most students were able to pronounce and sequence the names of the days more accurately and demonstrated high levels of enthusiasm, active engagement, and confidence during the learning process. The program also helped maintain students’ attention and created a positive learning atmosphere. These results suggest that game-based and movement-oriented vocabulary instruction can effectively support meaningful English learning experiences for young learners in primary school contexts.
ENGLISH READING ANXIETY AMONG STUDENTS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION STUDY PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITAS NEGERI GORONTALO INDONESIA Aulianti Tuloli; Indri Wirahmi Bay; Helena Badu
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Wiralodra English Journal
Publisher : Universitas Wiralodra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v10i1.554

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This study examined the level and categories of English reading anxiety among students of the English Language Education Study Program at Universitas Negeri Gorontalo, class of 2023. Using a quantitative descriptive approach, the English Foreign Language Reading Anxiety Inventory (EFLRAI) by Zoghi (2012) was administered to 108 students through Google Forms. The instrument measured three categories of anxiety: top-down, bottom-up, and classroom reading anxiety. Data were analyzed using percentage formulas to classify responses into low, moderate, and high levels. Findings indicated that most students experienced moderate anxiety (56.48%), followed by high (37.04%), and only a small number reported low anxiety (6.48%). Bottom-up anxiety was the most dominant (96.30%), mainly due to vocabulary, while grammar had less impact. Top-down anxiety was linked to general reading ability (93.52%) rather than background & cultural knowledge (3.70%). Classroom reading anxiety was least significant (1.83%). These results highlight vocabulary mastery and general reading ability as major factors, suggesting the need for improved vocabulary teaching and reading strategies.
EXPLORING TRANSLANGUAGING IN EFL CLASSROOM COMMUNICATION: INSIGHTS FROM LECTURERS' EXPERIENCES IN INDONESIA Helena Badu
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIETY REVIEWS Vol. 3 No. 5 (2025): MAY
Publisher : Adisam Publisher

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This study explores translanguaging practices in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom communication based on the experiences and perspectives of three English Language Education Study Program (ELESP) lecturers from Universitas Negeri Gorontalo in Indonesia. Translanguaging, which involves the strategic use of students' native language alongside the target language, aims to enhance student comprehension in EFL learning. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the study finds that translanguaging strengthens students' understanding, confidence, and participation, particularly when dealing with complex material. However, challenges arise in balancing the use of English and the native language, as over-reliance on the native language may hinder long-term English fluency. This research contributes to understanding the effects of translanguaging in EFL teaching in Indonesia and provides recommendations for educational practitioners.
A PORTRAIT OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING: A CASE STUDY AT UNG LABORATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fahria Malabar; Helena Badu; Sri Rumiyatiningsih Luwiti; Rasuna Rasid Talib; Moon Hidayati Otoluwa; Sartin T. Miolo
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIETY REVIEWS Vol. 3 No. 6 (2025): JUNE
Publisher : Adisam Publisher

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This study aims to describe the implementation of inclusive education at the elementary school level from a teacher’s perspective, especially English language instruction. The analysis focus on four key indicators: the availability of instructional materials, the preparedness of human resources, institutional support, and parental involvement. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, using semi-structured interviews with a second-grade English language teacher at SD Laboratorium, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo, an inclusive elementary school located in Gorontalo, Indonesia. Findings reveal that while learning materials for students with special educational needs are available, they still require further adaptation and creativity on the part of the teacher. Regarding human resources, the teacher has received basic training in inclusive education but continues to face challenges, including the limited availability of special education support staff. Institutional support is evident through training programs and inclusive policies, although budget constraints remain a significant obstacle. Parental involvement is very active, contributing positively to the continuity of learning at home. This study emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts among teachers, schools, government, and parents in constructing an effective inclusive education environment, particularly in the context of English language learning for students with special needs.
LANGUAGE COMPREHENSION AND PRODUCTION DISORDERS IN APHASIA: A PSYCHOLINGUISTIC PERSPECTIVE Sri Widyarti Ali; Helena Badu; Sri Rumiyatiningsih Luwiti; Usman Pakaya
International Journal of Teaching and Learning Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025): APRIL
Publisher : Adisam Publisher

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Aphasia, a language disorder resulting from brain damage, significantly impacts both language production and comprehension. This paper reviews the neurocognitive mechanisms underlying aphasia, with a focus on expressive and receptive language deficits across different subtypes. In Broca's aphasia, individuals exhibit non-fluent, grammatically impaired speech, while Wernicke's aphasia is characterized by fluent but semantically meaningless speech. Conduction aphasia, a selective production deficit, highlights the role of the arcuate fasciculus in speech. The review also explores comprehension deficits, particularly in syntactic parsing, as seen in Broca’s aphasia. Recent neuroanatomical research has moved beyond the traditional Broca-Wernicke model, demonstrating the involvement of a broader network, including cortical and subcortical regions, in language processing. Assessment tools such as the Western Aphasia Battery-Revised (WAB-R) and the Boston Diagnostic Aphasia Examination (BDAE) provide valuable insights into aphasia diagnosis and profile. The paper concludes by discussing modern therapeutic approaches like Constraint-Induced Language Therapy (CILT), Melodic Intonation Therapy (MIT), and Semantic Feature Analysis (SFA), which target specific cognitive-linguistic impairments. This review contributes to the understanding of aphasia as a complex, multifaceted disorder, emphasizing its diagnosis, neural bases, and treatment strategies.
Pembelajaran bahasa inggris berbasis permainan edukatif untuk penguasaan kosakata things in the classroom pada siswa sekolah dasar Helena Badu; Rasuna Rasid Talib
Penamas: Journal of Community Service Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): Penamas: Journal of Community Service
Publisher : Nur Science Institute

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53088/penamas.v6i2.2642

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The mastery of English vocabulary from the elementary school level serves as an important foundation for the development of learners’ future language skills. However, English language instruction in elementary schools often faces challenges, particularly low student learning motivation and limited variation in teaching methods. This community service activity aimed to introduce English language learning through educational games using the topic Things in the Classroom for fourth-grade students at SDN 12 Kota Barat. The activity was conducted on December 9, 2025, involving eight students and implemented through the preparation, implementation, and evaluation stages. The instructional approach employed was educational game-based English learning (game-based learning), which was implemented through a contextual vocabulary introduction strategy and learning techniques in the form of Simon Says and song with movement activities using simple rhythmic chants. The results indicated that the game-based learning approach created an active and enjoyable learning atmosphere, increased student engagement, and supported the meaningful acquisition of basic English vocabulary. In addition to its positive impact on students, the activity also provided pedagogical experience for university students and inspired creative teaching practices among classroom teachers. Therefore, educational game-based English learning has the potential to be sustainably implemented in elementary school instruction.
Teachers’ Problems in Teaching Reading Skill: A Case Study at SMPN 8 Dulupi Dian Oktaviani Ahmad; Rahmawaty Mamu; Helena Badu
Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Vol. 1 No. 1 (2022): Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin (Februari 2022 - Juli 2022)
Publisher : Transbahasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54923/researchreview.v1i1.11

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There were some problems faced by teacher during the process of teaching reading skill. These problems were hard to be figured out by the teacher in SMP Negeri 8 Dulupi. Thus this research was conducted to find the empirical data which observed in detail related to these problems. Moreover, the dominant explanation of this research took an aim to find out the teachers’ problems in teaching reading there were deciding the appropriate method, students’ less motivation and interest, students’ lack of vocabulary, limited facilities in teaching, overcrowded class and not enough material sources. This research took the method of qualitative research through observation and interview as the technique of collecting the data and took teacher of SMPN 8 Dulupi as the participant of research. The researcher had examined the aim of this research and it was found that the biggest problems faced by the teacher were deciding the appropriate method, students’ less motivation and interest, students’ lack of vocabulary, limited facilities in teaching, and not enough material sources while the overcrowded class was not affecting the teaching reading process since the amount of students in the class was well-handled.
The Effect of Make a Match Technique Toward Students’ Vocabulary Sujihan A. Arief; Sri Agriyanti Mestari; Helena Badu
Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Vol. 2 No. 1 (2023): Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin (Februari 2023 - Juli 2023)
Publisher : Transbahasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54923/researchreview.v2i1.26

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This research intends to find out whether the application of Make A Match technique can enhance students’ vocabulary achievement at SMA Negeri 4 Gorontalo. It was conducted to first grade particularly class X IPA 1 as the sample of this research. The researcher used pre-test post-test design in order to find out the significant difference of students’ vocabulary achievement before and after the application of Make a Match technique. The quantitative method is applied for this research due to this type of research is explaining a phenomenon by collecting numerical data that are analyzed statistically. As the result, after application of Make a Match technique it can be seen that the students’ vocabulary increased. It showed based the result of mean score in pre-test is 16,25 and in post-test increased to 19,3. In addition, the application of this technique made the students actively participate and focus on the vocabulary learning process, interested to follow the learning process due to the learning media and the role that they play during the section. Finally, the students can build communication and corporate with other students.